Meet the Chief Judge
Lyn is thrilled to welcome competitors and officials to the new Auburndale Championship Event Lake in Florida, purposefully built for waterskiing, it is the perfect venue to host the 23rd IWWF World Barefoot Waterskiing Championships. This state-of-the-art venue promises optimal conditions for athletes to showcase their skills. Lyn and the organizing team have worked tirelessly to ensure a top-notch event, promising spectators an unforgettable experience with thrilling performances. With a wealth of experience in officiating Barefoot tournaments and a notable role as the Chair of the Oceania Officials Committee, Lyn’s leadership and dedication to the sport are evident. Her extensive involvement in key championships underscores her expertise. Selected as the Chief Judge for the 23rd IWWF World Barefoot Waterskiing Championships, Lyn aims to deliver an event of the highest standard, prioritizing accuracy and fairness to uphold the integrity of the sport.
Intent to Enter
Congratulations on your selection as an Official for the 2024 IWWF Open, U23 and Junior World Barefoot Water Ski Championship! Please submit your Official Intent to Enter by APRIL 30TH.
We look forward to your arrival to Central Florida’s Water Ski Capital of the World!
2024 IWWF World Barefoot Championships
LEAD OFFICIALS
H Fry
Chief Safety Director
United States
Robbie Groen
Tournament Director
New Zealand
Andrea Formella
Assistant Chief Judge
United States
Ruth Molford
Assistant Chief Scorer
Australia
Paul Turner
Homologator
United Kingdom
Mark Shank
Chief Scorer
United States
Richard Gray
Official Chief Driver
Canada
Max Adams
Chief Video
United States
Claire Mowday
Secretary to the Chief Judge
New Zealand
Chuck Bender
Assistant Safety Director
United States
DRIVERS
Gary Keen
Driver
Australia
Ron Meeks
Driver
United States
Danny Gathercole
Driver
Australia
Jim Forster
Reserve Driver
United States
JUDGES
Andy Harris
Judge
United Kingdom
Ludo Vrancx
Judge
Belgium
Joe Knapp
Judge
United States
Lee Stone
Judge
United States
Gerdy Bongaerts
Judge
Belgium
Jodie Duncan
Judge
Australia
Peter Franks
Judge
Australia
Mike Molepske
Judge
United States
Peter Roberts
Australia
Judge
Stuart Ball
Judge
Australia
Jodie Kelly
Scorer
New Zealand